'Great Elephant Migration' becomes one of largest outdoor art installations ever in NYC
An impressive art installation in Manhattan's Meatpacking District depicting 100 life-sized elephants is aiming to raise money and awareness for the animals.The "Great Elephant Migration" is one of the largest outdoor installations ever in New York City."All of my dreams are coming true right now and the reaction of New Yorkers, it's the dearest," said The Coexistence Collective Co-Founder Ruth Ganesh.The elephants are scattered throughout the Meatpacking District, and each one has a different shaped ear, making it an easy way to distinguish them.Each one is unique - an exact replica of a real elephant now freely roaming on plantations...
Transforming Spaces: Rapid growth of public art is reshaping Norwalk and Fairfield County
Across southwest Connecticut, artists are painting new murals, communities are establishing arts and culture districts, and municipalities are seeking grant funding to create more art in public spaces. Officials throughout the region believe art can help connect parts of the city or town together, turn places into destinations for visitors, and provide a sense of community.